The battery is likely dead and needs to be replaced but the remote s may also need to be reprogrammed to work.
04 passat door locks not working.
I ve taken the door panel off and.
On my 2004 vw passat gl.
The biggest problem is that when i lock the doors with the key all the locks go down but the passenger front one pops back up.
If this happens the problem is with the remote.
Raise support the vehicle safely according to manufacturer jacking supporting positions.
The door lock works in only one direction.
The alarm will arm but the door can still be opened.
The remote door locks will not work the interior lights don t work the power windows don t work the trunk lock and the gas cap switch don t work.
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A common problem with volkswagen door barrels.
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When where needed.
Locks work from the switch but not the remote.
Since so many people with 99 5 01 mkiv cars seem to be having trouble with their door locks not working properly also prevalent in b5 passats i thought i d put together a quick explanation about how the locks work in our cars and why there s been so many problems.
People with the newer and quieter door lock mechanisms should not have the problems.
Their antitheft feature means they can rotate up to 180 degrees but if you turn too far they break you can dow.
The door being the only door in the car with a faulty power lock system.
I m experiencing a few problems with my power door locks.
Mkiv door locks explained.
This issue also indicates a bad lock actuator.
If it turns out that the lock actuator may be the problem we suggest replacing it.
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